Cash Register Rally

Worksheet Description

The “Cash Register Rally” worksheet is a practical exercise in financial mathematics, designed to look like a fun shopping trip with various illustrated items, each with a price tag. Students are provided with a table listing products identified by letters, the price of each item, and the amount of money used to pay for them. Their task is to calculate and fill in the ‘Change’ column in the table, determining how much money should be returned for each item after payment. The worksheet is structured to help students practice the calculation of change, enhancing their understanding of money handling.

This worksheet is intended to teach students the vital skill of making change, a common necessity in everyday purchases. It helps them to apply subtraction in a practical context, reinforcing their arithmetic and mental math skills. The activity also aims to familiarize students with different monetary values and improve their ability to quickly calculate the difference between the cost and the payment. By working through the “Cash Register Rally,” students are enhancing their financial literacy and preparing for real-world transactions.